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Gaula Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Gaula.
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Climate overview of Gaula
Gaula, Madeira Islands, Portugal, has a moderate seasonal temperature range, with August reaching 25°C (77°F) and February cooling to 18°C (64°F).
The city tends toward dry conditions, with around 496 mm (20 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry season from May to September. The sunniest month is August, with 7.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Gaula Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Gaula - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Gaula
The climate in Gaula experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in August to a moderate 18°C (64°F) in the coolest month, February.
Nights vary from 21°C (70°F) in August to around 14°C (57°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Gaula
Gaula tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 496 mm (20 in) of rain per year. The climate in Gaula shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in December, the wettest month, with an average of 78 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation over 12 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 9.2 mm (0.4 in) of rainfall over 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Gaula Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Gaula
Gaula offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between August (7.9 hours daily) and December (5.1 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Funchal, Madeira (5 KM, 3 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Funchal, Madeira (5 KM, 3 Miles).
Daily percentage of sunshine
Data from: Funchal, Madeira (5 KM, 3 Miles).
Water Temperature in Gaula
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 18°C (64°F) in January to 23°C (73°F) in August.
Water temperature over the year
Data from: Funchal, Madeira (5 KM, 3 Miles).
Humidity in Gaula by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Gaula.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 73%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 68%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Data from: Funchal, Madeira (5 KM, 3 Miles).
Wind Speed in Gaula
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in May, June, July, August and September to 2 m/s (4 knots) in January, February, March, April, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Data from: Funchal, Madeira (5 KM, 3 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Gaula
The most comfortable overall weather for exploring Gaula is usually found in May, June, July, August, September, October and November. Conditions are generally least comfortable in January, February, March, April and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very good
Feb
very good
Mar
very good
Apr
very good
May
excellent
Jun
excellent
Jul
excellent
Aug
excellent
Sep
excellent
Oct
excellent
Nov
excellent
Dec
very good
- Best overall: May, June, July, August, September, October and November
- Warmest weather: July, August and September
- Most sunshine: July and August
- Fewest rainy days: July and August
- Best for swimming: June, July, August, September, October and November.
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct dry season from May to September
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Gaula
What is the best time to visit Gaula?
May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Gaula. In contrast, January, February, March, April and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Gaula has a distinct dry season from May to September.
What temperatures can I expect in Gaula?
Daytime highs range from 18°C (64°F) in February to 25°C (77°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 14°C (57°F) to 21°C (70°F).
How much rain does Gaula get?
Annual rainfall is around 496 mm (20 in). December is the wettest month with 78 mm (3.1 in), while July is the driest with 9.2 mm (0.4 in).
How sunny is Gaula?
Gaula receives around 2,315 hours of sunshine per year. August is the sunniest month with 238 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 152 hours. Overall, Gaula enjoys abundant sunshine.
Gaula 3-Day Forecast
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